Movie

A Blade in the Dark

“Don't Go Down the Stairs.”

★ 5.7(130)19831h 49m

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Good to know

Director: Lamberto Bava
Release date: 1983-08-06
Runtime: 1h 49m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Italy
Studio: Nuova Dania Cinematografica

A Blade in the Dark — trailer

About A Blade in the Dark

A Blade in the Dark is a 1983 movie in the Horror, Mystery and Thriller genres, directed by Lamberto Bava, starring Andrea Occhipinti, Anny Papa and Fabiola Toledo. It has a runtime of 1 hour 49 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.7/10 from 130 viewers. Below you can see where to watch A Blade in the Dark in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Bruno, an up and coming film composer, has been hired to write the score to a new horror movie. After moving into a secluded villa, life begins to imitate art as a vicious killer starts bumping off anyone and everyone who happens to pay him a visit.

Cast

Andrea Occhipinti

Bruno

Anny Papa

Sandra

Fabiola Toledo

Angela

Michele Soavi

Tony Rendina

Valéria Cavalli

Katia

Stanko Molnar

Giovanni

Lara Lamberti

Julia

Giovanni Frezza

Little Blond Boy in Film (uncredited)

Marco Vivio

Little Boy in Film #1 (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

stalkermurderkillertuscany, italy

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch A Blade in the Dark in New Zealand?+

A Blade in the Dark is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in New Zealand. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is A Blade in the Dark on Netflix?+

A Blade in the Dark is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is A Blade in the Dark?+

A Blade in the Dark has a runtime of 1 hour 49 minutes (109 minutes).

Who stars in A Blade in the Dark?+

A Blade in the Dark stars Andrea Occhipinti, Anny Papa, Fabiola Toledo, Michele Soavi and Valéria Cavalli.

When did A Blade in the Dark come out?+

A Blade in the Dark is a 1983 movie directed by Lamberto Bava.

What genre is A Blade in the Dark?+

A Blade in the Dark is Horror, Mystery and Thriller film.

Who directed A Blade in the Dark?+

A Blade in the Dark was directed by Lamberto Bava.